The changes, announced on Monday and effective as of 0.01am on Wednesday morning, mean that household mixing is banned and this is enforceable by law. Pictures by Post staff photographer NEIL CROSS

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Restaurants, pubs, bars, members clubs and dining areas in hotels serving food and drink must all continue to adhere to the 10pm curfew, although takeaway services can continue.


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If you break the rules you could be handed a £100 fine, the cost of which will double for each repeat offence up to a maximum of £6,400.

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